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Itineraries & Trails
Driving trails and day-by-day itineraries across Carroll, Lee, Ogle & Whiteside counties.
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Full DayTrailFeaturedThe Great River Road: Savanna to FultonCarroll County · Whiteside CountyThirty-five miles of Illinois Route 84 between the Palisades bluffs and Fulton’s Dutch windmill: river overlooks, two railroad depots, a backwater campground and a working mill that still grinds flour. Drive it north to south with the Mississippi on your right the whole way.OutdoorsHistoryCouples
Full DayTrailSmall-Town Antique & Main Street TrailCarroll County · Ogle County · Lee CountyFour main streets, eight shops and a former piano factory with two floors of dealers. Mount Carroll to Polo to Oregon to Dixon, a hunting trip through the region’s best-preserved downtowns, with ice cream halfway and no chain store the entire day.FriendsCouplesBudget-Friendly
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48 HoursItineraryFeatured48 Hours in Reagan CountryLee County · Whiteside CountyTwo days built around the two houses that made a president, the Dixon boyhood home and the Tampico apartment he was born in, with the Lincoln Highway, a restored Illinois Central depot and a four-thousand-acre bison prairie filling the space between them.HistoryCouplesFamilies
2 DaysItineraryFeaturedA Weekend in SavannaCarroll CountyA cabin above the Mississippi, an old movie house, coffee and books on Main Street, bluff trails, wildlife backwaters, and a choose-your-own lunch crawl, all within a few miles of Savanna.CouplesFriendsOutdoors
2 DaysItineraryFeaturedFly with CSC: Sky, Prairie & Rock River CountryOgle County · Lee CountyMake a tandem skydive the headline, then come back to earth with airport lunch, Rock River overlooks, restored prairie, Italian food, craft beer, and a pine-country cabin.FriendsOutdoorsCouples
2 DaysItineraryA Dixon Evening and the PrairieLee CountyAn evening in Dixon, a night by the Rock River, and Reagan’s boyhood home and the Nachusa bison the next day. Dates to be confirmed.HistoryOutdoorsCouples
Full DayItineraryExplore Mississippi Palisades State ParkCarroll CountyWhat's better than a day enjoying the beauty of a state park, surrounded by gorgeous trees, multiple short trails, and amazing views of the Mighty Mississippi? Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna is situated among the bluffs of northwestern Illinois and offers something for everyone. It's also a great spot to watch the sunset.CouplesOutdoors
Full DayItineraryFall Color Full-Day DriveCarroll County · Ogle CountyOne long October day from the Mississippi bluffs to the Rock River, taking in four state parks, an orchard and a dinner table facing the Black Hawk statue. Roughly 120 miles west to east, timed so the last overlook lands at golden hour.OutdoorsCouples
Full DayItinerarySavanna, IL: Escape to NatureCarroll CountySavanna, IL, is the ultimate destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking the perfect blend of adventure, dining, and entertainment. The guide is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature, enjoy meals in scenic settings, and top off their day with a unique concert experience. The whole day will be spent outside!CouplesOutdoors
Half DayItinerarySavanna, IL: Unveil the Charm of DowntownCarroll CountyA day trip to Savanna, IL, offers a delightful blend of history, shopping, dining, and entertainment, perfect for those looking to experience the charm of a small-town escape. This adventure starts around 1 PM and ends whenever you're ready to go home at night. From exploring the historic Main Street to ending your night at a lively pub, this is a fun and relaxing way to spend the day out on the town.CouplesFriendsHistory
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